Cherylynn N.
Yelp
Not that it applies to me but quiet luxury for the win.
That's Meadowood.
Because loud luxury with all the bling bling can be a sensory overload.
Meadowood is a secluded 250-acre resort with sprawling views of the hills, golf course, vineyards, and trails. And, they have an award-winning spa. If you're down to spend $1-1.5k a night for a special occasion, it's may be worth the splurge. You just may even get lucky. ;)
BUT if not, don't sleep on visiting the Forum at Meadowood for brunch.
While The Restaurant at Meadowood remains closed due to the fire, Forum at Meadowood is the resort's central restaurant (open to the public). They opened in October 2022 and offer indoor dining and outdoor patio dining.
Kindly note that the outdoor seating allows well-behaved dogs (but call to confirm in case things change). If you want to stay at the resort, only service dogs are allowed.
The executive chef is a 35-year (!) Meadowood employee that started as a dishwasher and rose the ranks.
We made rezzies for their outdoor patio which was the right move. Even on a quiet Thursday, the patio seats seemed to be preferred by guests over the indoor dining area.
M E N U
New American Cuisine w/ a Mexican bent. Seasonally driven menu w/ ingredients sourced from their 5-acre farm.
Golden Hour (HH Specials): Every day from 3 pm - 6 pm. Ex: $12-$14 cocktails, a steal for a $$$$$ resort!
Full bar. NO corkage fee for your first two bottles; $35/bottle thereafter.
D R I N K S
* Complimentary still or sparkling water
* Freshly squeezed OJ ($10 x2)
F O O D
* Cochinita Pibil Benedict: Yucatán braised pork, pickled red onions, charred jalapeño hollandaise, model bakery english muffin, breakfast potatoes ($32): https://tinyurl.com/y28vcfpn
- Requested soft poached eggs (default: medium)
With the chef's Michoacán roots, I had to order one of their Mexican fusion brunch dishes.
When cutting into the perfectly poached eggs, liquid gold oozed out like lava blanketing the moist and juicy, citrus-kissed cochinita pibil and soaking into the crannies of the toasted fluffy soft english muffin. Deliciously rich and savory with the tangy pickled onions balancing the creamy hollandaise. The muffins' exterior stayed crisp until the last bite.
Served with a side of griddled, well-seasoned fingerling potatoes.
* Corned Beef Hash w/ caramelized onions, potato, cherry tomato, chipotle barbecue, eggs, toast ($28): https://tinyurl.com/8jajfum7
- Requested scrambled eggs
- Sub toast for model bakery english muffin (+$3)
Not my order but I tried a bite. Ok, three bites and it hit the spot. The corned beef was beefy and flavorful (not salty). The crispy edges paired with the soft, loose curds and sweet, caramelized onions were pretty bomb. Served with a side of chipotle bbq sauce (didn't try).
The toasted english muffin is served with silky housemade butter and housemade jam (didn't try).
* Bacon (Side - $9)
Five slices of crispy, savory bacon (not overly salty or processed tasting).
* Sausage (Side-$9)
Four long links, the sausage was well-spiced and juicy with a nice snappy texture.
S E R V I C E
Everado was our main server who was super kind and gracious. Even offered water to TT.
Prompt food service.
A M B I A N C E
Quaint, green house vibes with ample seating inside and outside for 100+ and trendy bar area.
P A R K I N G
Complimentary self-parking. No valet since The Restaurant at Meadowood closed.
Overall, as a non-breakfast/brunch person, I really enjoyed our meal at Forum at Meadowood and the serene atmosphere. They know how to showcase great local ingredients in an elevated but approachable way. Everything (food-wise) kinda went downhill afterwards at other restos but that's for another review!